For more than 16 years, ECI has invested in the leadership, innovation, and resilience of communities in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. By supporting locally led organizations, we expand access to essential services, strengthen economic opportunities, and advance justice in one of the world’s most complex and fragile environments.

To date, ECI has supported more than 144 local partners, deploying over $12 million in direct grants and catalyzing more than $14 million in additional investment. Through this catalytic model, we identify high-impact initiatives and provide the financial resources, institutional strengthening, and strategic connections required to help them scale and sustain their impact.

Flagship initiatives such as Asili exemplify these results. Now an independently registered local organization, Asili operates a network of five clinics and water systems that contribute significantly to this reach, reflecting the strength of locally led, financially viable service delivery models. Our approach delivers measurable results. In 2024 alone, ECI-supported initiatives enabled more than 400,000 people to access essential health services and delivered over 100 million liters of clean water across 10 service zones.

Across sectors including agriculture, social enterprise, healthcare, and justice, our work focuses on scaling solutions that are locally led, sustainable, and built for long-term resilience. By partnering with Congolese leaders and institutions, ECI not only addresses urgent needs but also contributes to the foundations of long-term stability, dignity, and inclusive economic growth across eastern Congo.

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